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I am looking to buy a 100 F2 prime but also would like to take macro pics with a raynox ...

now would i be better off buying a dedicated macro lens i.e say the Canon 100 2.8 instead?

would a portrait lens be okay as a portrait?
 
I have used 100mm macro for portraits as much as for macros. It is fine and very sharp, but can be slightly soft at f/2.8 and longer focal distances. The L IS should be even better. For macros it is the way to go. It won't take photos at f/2.0 so if that is important get 135mm f/2 or 100/2 or 85/1.8.
 
OH uses a 100mm Macro for portrait and gets some nice results with it.

Thought about a 60mm macro? I think they are a little cheaper, but not far off same length as a 100mm on FF.

Rosie
 
i already have a 50 1.4 which i can use for portrait but i want to do macro and retain the portrait ability so thought a 100 macro would be good .. dont want to buy one though if its crap at portrait
 
I had a 60mm f2.8 and it was as sharp as a very sharp, sharp thing!! It was perfect for flowers and is one of a few lenses I have owned that I regret selling.

100mm would give better DOF though.
 
i think the 100 would suit be better as i have a 50 already and i want proper detail of bugs and creepys BUT i want crystal portraits too ...
 
Sounds to me the 100mm f/2.8 macro is the one to go for!

Here are just a couple examples of the 60mm f/2.8. @ f/2.8





 
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does anyone have any portrait pics taken with this lens?
 
try pixel-peep.com (pixel-peep) -it may help you out...

Curious to know but have you considered Sigma's 150mm f2.8 macro :shrug: I've had a couple in the past - cracker of a lens (Nikon fit thou) but there is a review on it in the review section...

Just a thought...
 
The Siggy 150 is supposed to be 'The Daddy' but it's a bit of a lottery whether you get a good copy or not. Saying that I have never had a bad Sigma lens!
 
AndyWest said:
The Siggy 150 is supposed to be 'The Daddy' but it's a bit of a lottery whether you get a good copy or not. Saying that I have never had a bad Sigma lens!
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:agree: Tis the daddy :thumbs:

Nor have I... Have had 3 Siggie 150mm f2.8 :$ & a siggie 100-300 ex f4... all have been cracking lens's
 
Get one! You buying new Danny? Or 2nd user?
 
Technically not the best in the world, but taken with a 50D and 100mm f/2.8L IS


Smile by TCR4x4, on Flickr


ladybird by TCR4x4, on Flickr​


Sharper than a sharp thing on a very sharp day. Excelent for portraits, and awesome for macro.
 
is my logic correct ..

i have a 50 1.4 so if i want bokeh ill just walk a few steps forward and bam its there ...

if i geta 100 macro .. its only 2,8 BUT if i wanted the DOF id get the 1,4 out .. at least with the 2,8 ive got the macro function and distance for portraits .. right? :S
 
As the 100mm starts to venture into long lens territory you may find the dof starts to get close to the 50mm at 1.4 with similar framing.
Also take into account that FL's longer than 50mm can give a more flattering look to a 'cuddly' model.
 
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Another sample of a portrait taken using the 100mm macro. It's not the only lens I use for this type fo work, but it does work very well as a portrait lens.

AndX06.jpg
 
Danny you'll probably get one down the local car boot sale for 50p and then be able to use it for price pointing in the classifieds!!

LOL ... PMSL...

Don't take it to heart fella...only kidding!
 
bullybaby2011 said:
Danny you'll probably get one down the local car boot sale for 50p and then be able to use it for price pointing in the classifieds!!

LOL ... PMSL...

Don't take it to heart fella...only kidding!
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lol all taken in heart ;)
 
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